Check out this adorable beach cottage on a private lot. You are only a quick five minute walk to the beautiful beaches of Gulf Shores. The house was was recently painted and has a brand new HVAC. This home would be great as a primary residence or as a vacation rental. Close to golf courses, beaches, restaurants and much more. This is a must see.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
0.68 acresLot Size
$357Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Chad C Kirkland• Coldwell Banker Coastal Realty - Gulf Shores
Bought with Vicki Lyn Brown• Beach Life Properties
2 bedrooms, 2 baths open floor plan, cathedral and sloped ceilings, R-30 and R11 interior walls, not in flood zone and only . 5 miles to beach access. 20 minutes to at least 7 golf courses, surf fish or just relax on the white sands of the beach.
BCAR #231991
Oct 21, 2015
Listed
$219,900
$196/sq ft
Public Records
May 23, 1995
Sold
$16,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,905 (−6.3%)
2023
$2,034 (+33.7%)
2022
$1,522 (+61.2%)
2021
$944 (−19.4%)
2020
$1,172 (+117.5%)
2019
$539 (+11.9%)
2018
$482
2017
$482 (+23.5%)
2016
$390 (+30.9%)
2014
$298
Tax history for 863 Veteran's Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,905 (−6.3%)
2023
$2,034 (+33.7%)
2022
$1,522 (+61.2%)
2021
$944 (−19.4%)
2020
$1,172 (+117.5%)
2019
$539 (+11.9%)
2018
$482
2017
$482 (+23.5%)
2016
$390 (+30.9%)
2014
$298
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
99 ft.
Lot depth
298 ft.
Lot size
0.68 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,120
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Baldwin County
APN
68-08-27-0-000-012.000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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HOA Dues
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Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.
RSF-2
Single Family District
This zoning district is provided to afford the opportunity for the choice of a moderate density residential environment consisting of single family homes.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Industrial
Infrastructure
Transportation
Housing-Mobile home park
Sep 3, 2022 • Final
Re-roofing
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Furnished: Negotiable
Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Range
Flooring: Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Porch
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
Pets Allowed: Yes
Other Structures: Storage
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Residential Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size : 99’ x 298.3’
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,171.52
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Schools Information
Elementary School: Gulf Shores Elementary
High School: Gulf Shores High
Location Information
Directions: Directions HWY 59 south, west on Hwy 180, past 9 mile marker and first left past Martinique, first house on right.
Subdivision Name: Government Sub (Veterans)
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,120
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.68 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Baldwin County
APN: 68-08-27-0-000-012.000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Foley Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 16.0mi
7/10
Foley Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 15.9mi
8/10
Foley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 14.7mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Gulf Shores, AL • 36542
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.6 hrs
5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$380,000 – $460,000
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